Job Description

A job opportunity has arisen for a Business Development/Administration Assistant for a fixed term part-time contract to cover maternity leave (duration of 9 - 12 months).

We are a leading manufacturer of pheromone-based insect monitoring and control systems in the UK and one of the largest in Europe. Our core expertise is behaviour-modifying insect pheromone lures and non-toxic bio-pesticides. We have pioneered a number of new technologies for agriculture, pest control and public health, including smart IoT-connected monitoring products.

Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:

Build relationships with new and existing customers by emails, phone calls, in person meetings.

Provide requested information to the customers about the products, product documentation, product prices, lead times, shipment updates, product availability etc

Promoting Pheromone based product for Agriculture market.

Process the orders by creating sample request forms and proforma request forms

To understand the needs of your customers and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet these requirements.

To liaise with the finance team, warehousing, and logistics departments as appropriate.

Maintain and update product prices via live document

Organise and participate in online meetings between customers and Head of Pheromone Solutions

Participate in events such as conferences, shows and exhibitions (traveling may be required)

Participate in the procurement of new and upcoming projects

Maintain procurement tasks (purchasing items, receiving and keeping records of all steps of the process.

Create and maintain database of customers and sales trends to find new ways of reaching existing markets.

Generating sales opportunities in the UK and Europe through existing channels and look for new opportunities.

Assist in Marketing tasks as and when required.

The Candidate:

Candidates should be able to demonstrate a good level of Maths and English together with excellent problem solving skills.

The ability to communicate effectively and confidently, both written and oral at all l levels.

Able to work on own initiative.

Able to work well as part of a team.

Able to follow instructions.

Reliable and trustworthy.

Willing to learn.

You will be organised and a quick thinker.

Possess a good eye for detail and quality.

The ability to work well under pressure is also essential for this role.

Must be flexible to work extra hours and change shifts when required.

Hours of Work:

20 hours per week over 5 days per week.

Job Type:

:Fixed term contract/Maternity Cover. Part time role.
Salary: Meets National Minimum Wage

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday

Experience:

Office administration: 1 year (essential)

Business Development: 1 year (preferred)

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 9-12 months

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 01
Expected start date: 16/06/2025